Car-crash dad’s tears Thank you for saving my boys’ lives
FROM the moment the harrowing Sunday Night story began, the painful and emotional journey of the car-crash mum Sarah Paino and her family never let up.
‘Next Silicon Valley’ Tassie’s tech revolution
TASMANIA’S ICT sector must target high school students to help grow the industry if it is to claim the title of Australia’s technology capital.
Ram raid Stolen utes used in robbery attempt
TWO utilities stolen from a Devonport car yard were used in an attempted ram-raid robbery in Latrobe, police say.
TasWeekend: Indulge Mexican movement spreads
HOBART is experiencing a minor Mexican wave with three new eateries opening within two months, writes Graeme Phillips.
State economy Confidence sky high, says new minister
THE record number of cranes dominating Hobart’s skyline is proof of renewed confidence in the Tasmanian economy, says the new Building and Construction Minister.
Court backlog concerns
TASMANIA’S legal fraternity fears Family Court case lists will blow out if a new family law judge is not appointed to the North soon.
Fox controversy MLC claims false evidence sparked $50m hunt
LEGISLATIVE Councillor Ivan Dean says he has proof the state’s controversial fox hunt was based on fabricated evidence.
Great for grapes Vineyards to reap reward of dry season
THE hot, dry summer has been brutal for many Tasmanian farmers but a blessing for those growing grapes.
Battle against unemployment Tasmania fighting a war it must win
TASMANIA’S battle against unemployment is far from won as welfare dependency grows and others give up on finding a job.
Scales of justice Role in pub brawl leads to jail term
A SOUTHERN Tasmanian man who helped a work colleague engage in a pub brawl in Devonport two years ago has been jailed.
Editorial Tech push smart but ...
THAT Tasmania’s peak body for ICT wants to target high school students to help the industry grow must be exciting news for teenagers.
Talking Point A devil hidden in the deep blue sea
FINDING the fault in the Basslink cable and in the legal liability for its failure are tough going, explains Nick Clark
From Around The Site
Home magazine Bright ideas short-listed for top awards
TASSIE designer Duncan Meerding is about to head to Germany where he will showcase his stunning pieces.
Leap year You won’t get paid on Monday
GETTING out of bed for work is often hard. But this news will make the start of next week even more difficult.
2016 Launceston Cup
A little rain failed to dampen spirits amid all the colour and fashion at the 2016 Launceston Cup.
The 2016 World Press Photography Awards
GALLERY: Australian photographers, including The Daily Telegraph’s own Rohan Kelly, lead the way in the 2016 World Press Photo Awards.
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Negative gearing decision 'hard but fair'
Negative gearing will only be available on newly constructed homes under plans revealed by Labor.
Outbreak threatens Tasmania oyster industry
The Tas oyster industry has held emergency talks over an outbreak that has killing the state's shellfish.
Cancer research breakthrough
Sydney's new cancer research centre is home to a world first database which will help investigate exactly what makes cells change
Women’s cricket Bucks fail to end Demons’ reign
NORTH Hobart’s reign as queen over the women’s CTPL competition continues, as it swept aside New Town for grand final victory.
Match report Bombers outmuscle young Blues at Ikon
ESSENDON has kicked off its NAB Challenge campaign with a convincing win over Carlton at Ikon Park on Sunday.
Sheffield Shield Tigers savour taste of victory
TASMANIA needed just 40 minutes on the final day of its Sheffield Shield clash against Victoria to wrap up a commanding victory.
Women’s cricket North Hobart chasing third CTPL flag
NORTH Hobart captain Belinda Page admits she’s a bit nervous heading into the women’s CTPL grand final against New Town.
Dee-lightful Third-term blitz helps Dees sink Port
MELBOURNE slammed on six unanswered goals in the third quarter to help it to an impressive victory over Port Adelaide in Elizabeth on Saturday.
TasWeekend: Indulge Mexican movement spreads
HOBART is experiencing a minor Mexican wave with three new eateries opening within two months, writes Graeme Phillips.
Party time Leap-year birthday at last
ALTHOUGH they were born four years ago, “leaplings” Rose Thomas and Ava Hicks are about to celebrate their first birthday.
Cellar door Taste of China here in Tassie
A CHINESE-OWNED vineyard at Richmond is planning to develop a cellar door featuring street food and Chinese gardens.
Real estate How your home can make you money
A CLEAN home will only get you so far when selling up. There are more tricks of the trade to follow when trying to turn a profit.
Realestate Rare beauty, rich history in grand mansion
ELEGANT and grand, it is rare for a superb mansion of such magnificent proportions to hit the market.
Academy Awards The Aussie shaking up the Oscars
‘I WAS expecting to have bread rolls thrown at me,” says Australian David Hill of his radical production plan for this year’s Academy Awards.
Film review Comedy conquers
CAUGHT somewhere in a swirling mayhem of period piece, high farce, Hollywood homage and just a little bit of historical/political/religious satire, Hail, Caesar! is a very difficult kind of comedy to describe.
Big event Adele drops a teary F-bomb
ADELE has dominated the Brit Awards, but her F-bomb has been heard around the world after broadcasters accidentally muted the wrong part of her speech.
Pulse Davies ready to break the ice
ICEHOUSE are in the best form of their career ahead of their long-awaited return to Hobart, as Iva Davies told KANE YOUNG.
Colourful Launceston Cup’s racy fashion
THE fashions on the field competition at the Launceston Cup might have been the last hurrah for the hipster beard in Tasmania.
Court backlog concerns
TASMANIA’S legal fraternity fears Family Court case lists will blow out if a new family law judge is not appointed to the North soon.
Ram raid Stolen utes used in robbery attempt
TWO utilities stolen from a Devonport car yard were used in an attempted ram-raid robbery in Latrobe, police say.
Politics
Fox controversy MLC claims false evidence sparked $50m hunt
LEGISLATIVE Councillor Ivan Dean says he has proof the state’s controversial fox hunt was based on fabricated evidence.
FEDERAL ELECTION Green to take on Wilkie
THE line-up of major party candidates set to take on Independent Andrew Wilkie is now complete, with the Greens endorsing an endurance athlete as their candidate in Denison.
Opinion
Editorial Tech push smart but ...
THAT Tasmania’s peak body for ICT wants to target high school students to help the industry grow must be exciting news for teenagers.
Talking Point A devil hidden in the deep blue sea
FINDING the fault in the Basslink cable and in the legal liability for its failure are tough going, explains Nick Clark
Tasmania
Bittersweet miracle ‘My body just went numb’
A SPEEDING car. A split second. The crunch of metal on metal. And a man’s world collapses.
State economy Confidence sky high, says new minister
THE record number of cranes dominating Hobart’s skyline is proof of renewed confidence in the Tasmanian economy, says the new Building and Construction Minister.
National
Royal commission ‘I’m not here to defend the indefensible’
LIVE COVERAGE: Cardinal George Pell has begun giving his evidence to the Royal Commission via videolink from Rome as survivors gather outside.
RUSH HOUR: The stories you need to know today
A TEACHER accused of having sex with a student thought her life couldn’t get any worse. She was wrong.
World
Internet buzz Perry linked to wild conspiracy theory
A CONSPIRACY theorist has linked pop star Katy Perry to the unsolved murder of a child beauty queen — and social media users are losing it.
Royal commission ‘I’m not here to defend the indefensible’
LIVE COVERAGE: Cardinal George Pell has begun giving his evidence to the Royal Commission via videolink from Rome as survivors gather outside.
